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Summer Vacation July 6 Winner 2015
July 06, 2015 • Travel • At Home • Most Popular
How I Spent My Summer Vacation Essay Winner
By Galina Espinoza
To look at our dogs, you wouldn’t think either of them was much of a swimmer.
Guinness, our five-year-old Pembroke Welsh Corgi, is shaped like a torpedo; all his weight is in his head and his haunches, which means if you put him in water he’s dragged down on both ends. And did I mention his legs? Let’s just say they are short — so...
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SURPRISE! What to Know BEFORE You Add FIDO to Your Holiday Family Gift List
December 12, 2014 • At Home
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The kids coming downstairs Christmas morning to find a puppy in a big, red bow. The idea is sweet—but it's one that's best left to Hallmark commercials. Our friends at WOOFipedia shared these great suggestions with us and wanted to share with you.
“A dog is a serious commitment, and you should never surprise someone with a puppy they aren’t ready to keep for a lifetime,” said American Kennel...
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Teaching FIDO New Tricks—Choosing a Dog Trainer
October 15, 2014 • At Home
FIDO’s friends at Texas A&M University PET TALK shared these great tips and we just had to share them with you too!
Choosing a good dog trainer is much like finding the right teacher for your child. Assertive but caring, attentive and knowledgeable—there are many important qualities to keep an eye out for when making this crucial decision. In order to choose one wisely, it is advised that dog...
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Actor Anthony Anderson And Chicken Soup for the Soul FIDO Style
July 28, 2014 • At Home
Actor Anthony Anderson, star of the upcoming shows Black-ish on ABC and Food Network’s Eating America, joined Chicken Soup for the Soul® at The Foundation Room in Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino last week to celebrate the launch of its newest titles, Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Dog Did What? and Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Cat Did What? by Amy Newmark.
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Don’t Forget Pets When Preparing For A Hurricane
July 04, 2014 • At Home
Tropical Storm Arthur was upgraded to the first hurricane of the season. As the storm bears down on the East Coast, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is reminding pet owners about the importance of including their animals in their disaster preparedness and evacuation plans.
Disaster plans don’t have to be complicated. In fact, simple plans are often the most effective. The... -
Pet Talk - Pool Safety for FIDO and Family
June 11, 2014 • At Home
IMPORTANT information courtesty of Pet Talk, a service of the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University.
School is out, the temperatures are high, and the days are long. For children and pets alike, this makes taking a dip in your backyard pool seem more attractive than ever. Although your children may be competent swimmers, do not assume that your pets are....
